BE THEIR FIRST CALL FOR CARE

Start your path in family medicine with mentorship opportunities, scholarships, career guidance, and student-focused resources.

Your Path to Family Medicine Starts Here

Family physicians are often the first place patients turn when health questions arise. We help you prepare with mentorship, training opportunities, and a community that supports you throughout your journey into becoming a Family Physician. 

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See What It Means to Be Their First 

Be a champion of preventive care. Look through the tools below to see how a career in family medicine can help make you the first line of defense against health issues and illness for patients in need. 

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Embrace Your Patient–First Focus

Learn about the diverse opportunities, the unique patient relationships family physicians foster, and why family medicine may be right for you.

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Envision A Future Career in Family Medicine: Your Questions Answered   

Visit the Family Medicine Salary Career Dashboard to better understand key career factors including average salary, satisfaction ratings, and time off for family physicians.  

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FUTURE 2026

Your future in medicine starts here. At FUTURE, July 30 – Aug. 1, 2026, gain hands-on experience, connect with mentors and explore where family medicine can take you. Every great physician starts as a student who shows up.  

 

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Dedicated Career Support: Join the Family Medicine Community

An AAFP membership is free for students, offering support through education programs, tips and resources from med school and beyond. Join a community dedicated to empowering your career growth in family medicine so you can Be Their First.

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Find Your Mentor

Having a mentor is important. Having the right mentor is invaluable. Learn what to look for and how to make the most of this relationship. 

 

 

Additional Resources

Get involved! Connect with the AAFP’s growing network of students by joining an interest group and attending events to learn more about a future in family medicine.